Cebu

Osmeña Peak: Love at First Climb

Osmeña Peak: Love at First Climb

By Gian and Sheila December 6, 2012 22 Comments

“So, are we going to share a single tent?” she asked me.

“Yes,” I replied, “but don’t worry. I’m harmless. In mountaineering, sharing a tent is for practicality.”

“Ah, okay,” she replied with a smile.

Apparently, I realized later on that I was far from harmless. During our first mountaineering experience together at Osmeña Peak, Dalaguete, the purportedly highest point in the Cebu Island, we exchanged pre-marital vows. On May 12, 2012, 9:00 p.m., Sheila and I became official sweethearts sharing a passion for adventure.

Single Rope Technique and High Angle Rescue Workshop

Single Rope Technique and High Angle Rescue Workshop

By Gian and Sheila December 2, 2012 2 Comments

As mountaineers and adventurers, it is vital to know the basics of SRT (Single Rope Technique) and rescue. So when Sir Fred Ygnacio of Innove Tower offered to teach us the basics of SRT and High Angle Rescue (HAR) last April 29, 2012, we readily agreed to participate.

White Cave: An Underground Date

White Cave: An Underground Date

By Gian and Sheila November 27, 2012 14 Comments

Having found a warm spark after our rock climbing meet-up, Sheila and I decided to try another adventure. And, not surprisingly, it turned out into our first adventure date!